The Leeming Recreation Centre (LRC) is nearing the end of its operational lifespan, with parts of the facility no longer meeting current standards or being fit for purpose. With approximately five years remaining on the existing commercial tenancy, there is an opportunity to assess the City's future needs and explore viable options for the centre's future provision and management.

At nearly 40 years old, many elements of the facility no longer meet industry standards or are considered fit for purpose. While there has been limited major investment over time, the centre is recognised as a highly valuable community asset. Residents have told us it plays an important role locally, particularly given the lack of indoor multi-court facilities across the state and the versatility of its indoor cricket nets, which are also used for sports such as netball.

PAATSCH Group has been appointed as the consultant to complete a detailed needs analysis for the LRC. The scope of works includes assessing and clearly defining the community infrastructure needs to support the City of Melville and the LRC’s surrounding catchment area, exploring potential commercial opportunities that align with these needs, conducting a pre-feasibility study to evaluate various options for the future of the facility, and engaging with stakeholders to gather input and insights. The consultant will then provide a comprehensive report to the City to support informed decision-making regarding the future of the Leeming Recreation Centre.

What is happening now?

Following consultation with local groups and centre stakeholders, the Needs Analysis for the Recreation Centre was noted by Council at the June 2025 Ordinary Meeting of Council.

At the May 2026 Ordinary Meeting of Council, Council received the Leeming Recreation Centre Pre-Feasibility Study and endorsed progressing the project to the next stage, allocating $100,000 in the draft 2026/27 Annual Budget to undertake a detailed Feasibility Study focused on Option 4 – Demolish and Rebuild. This includes further investigation of redevelopment on the existing site or an alternative location within the precinct.

The detailed Feasibility Study will include broader community engagement and consultation, collaboration with the Department of Education and Leeming Senior High School, concept planning, cost modelling and investigation of future funding opportunities.

Opportunities to get involved

Right now, you can stay up to date by clicking ‘Follow Engagement’ at the top of this page, and if Council progresses to a master plan and detailed feasibility study, the community will be invited to help shape its future.